Goddess of Nikke Future Collaboration Speculation: Which IPs Could Come Next?

The world of Goddess of Victory: Nikke has already delivered several high-profile crossovers and collaborations, from NieR to Re:Zero to Chainsaw Man, and now with the recent Resident Evil tie-in, fans are buzzing over what’s next. In this article, we’ll explore the patterns behind Nikke’s past collabs, and speculate on which intellectual properties (IPs) could logically be next.

The Collab History of Nikke: What We’ve Seen So Far

Nikke has opened its world to collaborations with very distinct anime, game, and IP brands. Some of its past crossovers include:

• NieR: Automata – 2B, A2, and Pascal appeared in-game as part of its crossover event.
• Re:Zero – Emilia, Rem, and Ram became units in Nikke during a limited-time event.
• Chainsaw Man – another anime collaboration that brought characters into the Nikke universe.
• Evangelion has also made appearances or references in crossover events.
• Stellar Blade had an official crossover / DLC expansion with Nikke, featuring Eve, new boss fights, and themed cosmetics.

These collabs suggest that Nikke’s development team is comfortable blending sci-fi / action / anime IPs into its post-apocalyptic shooter setting.

Most recently, the Resident Evil collaboration “Reborn Evil” was confirmed, with Jill Valentine, Ada Wong, and Claire Redfield joining the roster along with limited event content and costumes.

Given this established track record, let’s look at potential future crossovers.

What Makes a Good Fit for Nikke Collabs?

Before speculating wildly, there are some obvious selection criteria to keep in mind:

• Thematic synergy: Nikke’s world is gritty, futuristic, and combat-focused. IPs with dark, sci-fi, or warlike tones are more likely to mesh.
• Strong character rosters with female leads: Since Nikke’s playable characters are female (or female-presenting), IPs with iconic female characters are easier to adapt. Resident Evil is a good example.
• Popular or cult IP recognition: Big franchises or anime with dedicated fanbases help drive engagement.
• Licensing feasibility: Some IPs may be too costly or restricted to license for crossovers, especially for a mobile / PC game.

With those filter points in mind, here are some plausible next candidates.

Speculative IPs That Could Be Next

1. Persona / Shin Megami Tensei / “Megaten” Franchise

With its mix of stylish visuals, supernatural elements, and strong female characters (e.g. Persona’s female protagonists), a Persona crossover could be a compelling fit. The mystic / demon battlefield aesthetic might integrate well in Nikke’s shooter mechanics.

2. NieR / Automata – follow-up or spin-off

Although NieR: Automata is already used, there could be further tie-ins (e.g. new characters, NieR Replicant or NieR spin-offs) to build deeper synergy between the two fanbases.

3. Cyberpunk / Dystopian franchises (e.g. Ghost in the Shell, Akira)

Given Nikke’s post-apocalyptic and robotic enemy themes, series like Ghost in the Shell (with its cyborgs, existential AI themes) or Akira could provide strong aesthetic and narrative overlap.

4. Horror / Thriller IPs beyond Resident Evil

Since Resident Evil is now confirmed, Nikke could expand into horror franchises like Silent Hill, Dead by Daylight (if licensing allows), or The Last of Us (though licensing would be complex). Their darker tone could blend with Nikke’s stakes.

5. Popular Anime Franchises (e.g. Attack on Titan, Sword Art Online)

High-profile series with large audiences but also enough action and lore could be cross-brand draws. For instance, using Attack on Titan characters fighting against Rapture-like threats could be narratively interesting.

Risks & Wild Cards

• Licensing cost and restrictions: Big IPs demand expensive deals; some owners may shy away from gacha collaborations.
• Fan reception: Some past Nikke collabs (e.g. Evangelion) reportedly underperformed or drew criticism.
• Brand clash: IPs that are too whimsical or comedic might not fit well with the more serious tone of Nikke.

Final Thoughts

With the Resident Evil collaboration freshly launched, fans can reasonably expect even more bold crossovers in Nikke’s future. IPs that offer thematic depth, strong female characters, and tonal compatibility, such as Persona, Ghost in the Shell, or further NieR tie-ins, are among the strongest speculative candidates. Only time and licensing deals will tell which world fans will see next invade the battlefields of Nikke.